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₹140 • Analysed 4 September 2026
The Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash is a ubiquitous and highly affordable product in the Indian market, primarily targeting young consumers with oily and pimple-prone skin. Its claims of 'reducing pimples in 1 week' and '99.8% pimple causing germs' are ambitious for a rinse-off cosmetic without publicly visible clinical data, raising ASCI concerns. The formula's inclusion of humectants helps it perform well in India's often humid climate by cleansing without excessive dryness, but the presence of fragrance and colorants might be a consideration for sensitive skin. Its low price point makes it accessible, but consumers should manage expectations regarding its 'pimple-free' and 'acne removal' claims, as the INCI lacks strong acne-treatment actives.
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Formula contains surfactants and oil-controlling ingredients suitable for oily skin. This is a routine claim supported by product design.
Brand states 'clinically proven' and 'reduces pimples in 1 week#'. Blinkit also states 'Clinically proven to remove Oil & Dirt and reduces pimples in 1 week'. However, no specific clinical study details (sample size, methodology, duration, results) are publicly visible to substantiate this claim beyond the statement itself. The INCI does not list traditional acne actives like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, making the 'reduces pimples' claim ambitious for a rinse-off product without disclosed clinical data.
The INCI lists humectants like Glycerin, Trehalose, and Propylene Glycol. The '4X hydrating ingredients' claim is vague without specifying what '4X' refers to or comparing it to a baseline. The presence of humectants supports the 'doesn't cause dryness' aspect, but '4X' is unverified.
General cleansing action can contribute to 'clean' and 'clear' skin. 'Pimple free' is an ambitious outcome for a cleanser without specific acne-fighting actives in the INCI. This relies on ingredient-level logic for cleansing, but overreaches for 'pimple free'.
The formula uses mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate), which are generally considered gentle. The brand's widespread use and positioning as a daily cleanser for young skin supports this claim.
The surfactants in the formula can remove excess oil. The claim 'special ingredients help prevent pimples' is vague. The INCI lists O-Cymen-5-Ol, an antimicrobial, which could contribute to preventing pimples, but no specific acne-treatment actives are present. This is ingredient-level inference.
The foaming action and surfactants provide deep cleansing. The inclusion of humectants (Glycerin, Trehalose, Propylene Glycol) helps mitigate dryness, supporting the 'without causing dryness' claim.
This is a 'non-comedogenic' claim. No specific non-comedogenic testing data is publicly visible for the finished product. However, the formula is oil-free and designed for oily/acne-prone skin, which aligns with the intent of not clogging pores.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Screened against the ingredient database (11 of 18 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Declares 1 known allergen(s) (CI 19140). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water |
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Trehalose |
Propylene Glycol |
Glycerin |
Lauric Acid |
Myristic Acid |
Palmitic Acid |
Potassium Hydroxide |
PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate |
Polyquaternium-7 |
O-Cymen-5-Ol |
Disodium EDTA |
Citric Acid |
Parfum |
CI 19140 |
CI 17200 |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“clinically proven to remove oil and reduces pimples in 1 week#”
Quantified claim ('reduces pimples in 1 week') without publicly disclosed, verifiable study details (methodology, sample size, results) is an ASCI concern.
“With the new and improved 4X hydrating ingredients*; it doesn't cause dryness and keeps your skin hydrated.”
Quantified claim ('4X hydrating ingredients') without publicly disclosed comparative data or methodology is an ASCI concern.
“Clinically proven| Pimple & Acne removal Face Wash”
Absolute language ('removal') for a cosmetic product without robust clinical evidence is an ASCI concern. The 'clinically proven' claim lacks supporting data.
“Removes oil & 99.8% pimple causing germs, dirt without causing dryness, helps Prevent Pimples & Blackheads.”
Quantified claim ('99.8% pimple causing germs') without publicly disclosed, verifiable study details is an ASCI concern.
Formula contains surfactants and oil-controlling ingredients suitable for oily skin. This is a routine claim supported by product design.
Evidence visible
Brand states 'clinically proven' and 'reduces pimples in 1 week#'. Blinkit also states 'Clinically proven to remove Oil & Dirt and reduces pimples in 1 week'. However, no specific clinical study details (sample size, methodology, duration, results) are publicly visible to substantiate this claim beyond the statement itself. The INCI does not list traditional acne actives like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, making the 'reduces pimples' claim ambitious for a rinse-off product without disclosed clinical data.
Evidence visible
The INCI lists humectants like Glycerin, Trehalose, and Propylene Glycol. The '4X hydrating ingredients' claim is vague without specifying what '4X' refers to or comparing it to a baseline. The presence of humectants supports the 'doesn't cause dryness' aspect, but '4X' is unverified.
Mentioned only
General cleansing action can contribute to 'clean' and 'clear' skin. 'Pimple free' is an ambitious outcome for a cleanser without specific acne-fighting actives in the INCI. This relies on ingredient-level logic for cleansing, but overreaches for 'pimple free'.
Mentioned only
The formula uses mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate), which are generally considered gentle. The brand's widespread use and positioning as a daily cleanser for young skin supports this claim.
Evidence visible
The surfactants in the formula can remove excess oil. The claim 'special ingredients help prevent pimples' is vague. The INCI lists O-Cymen-5-Ol, an antimicrobial, which could contribute to preventing pimples, but no specific acne-treatment actives are present. This is ingredient-level inference.
Mentioned only
The foaming action and surfactants provide deep cleansing. The inclusion of humectants (Glycerin, Trehalose, Propylene Glycol) helps mitigate dryness, supporting the 'without causing dryness' claim.
Evidence visible
This is a 'non-comedogenic' claim. No specific non-comedogenic testing data is publicly visible for the finished product. However, the formula is oil-free and designed for oily/acne-prone skin, which aligns with the intent of not clogging pores.
Missing
The INCI does not contain traditional acne-fighting actives like Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide. While O-Cymen-5-Ol has antimicrobial properties, claiming it 'fights acne' is an overstatement for a rinse-off product without specific clinical evidence on acne reduction for this formula. This is ingredient-level inference, not finished product proof.
Mentioned only
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any oils, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Declares 1 known allergen(s) (CI 19140). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
The INCI lists humectants like Glycerin, Trehalose, and Propylene Glycol. The '4X hydrating ingredients' claim is vague without specifying what '4X' refers to or comparing it to a baseline. The presence of humectants supports the 'doesn't cause dryness' aspect, but '4X' is unverified.
General cleansing action can contribute to 'clean' and 'clear' skin. 'Pimple free' is an ambitious outcome for a cleanser without specific acne-fighting actives in the INCI. This relies on ingredient-level logic for cleansing, but overreaches for 'pimple free'.
The formula uses mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate), which are generally considered gentle. The brand's widespread use and positioning as a daily cleanser for young skin supports this claim.
The surfactants in the formula can remove excess oil. The claim 'special ingredients help prevent pimples' is vague. The INCI lists O-Cymen-5-Ol, an antimicrobial, which could contribute to preventing pimples, but no specific acne-treatment actives are present. This is ingredient-level inference.
The foaming action and surfactants provide deep cleansing. The inclusion of humectants (Glycerin, Trehalose, Propylene Glycol) helps mitigate dryness, supporting the 'without causing dryness' claim.
This is a 'non-comedogenic' claim. No specific non-comedogenic testing data is publicly visible for the finished product. However, the formula is oil-free and designed for oily/acne-prone skin, which aligns with the intent of not clogging pores.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Formula contains surfactants and oil-controlling ingredients suitable for oily skin. This is a routine claim supported by product design.
Evidence visible
Brand states 'clinically proven' and 'reduces pimples in 1 week#'. Blinkit also states 'Clinically proven to remove Oil & Dirt and reduces pimples in 1 week'. However, no specific clinical study details (sample size, methodology, duration, results) are publicly visible to substantiate this claim beyond the statement itself. The INCI does not list traditional acne actives like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, making the 'reduces pimples' claim ambitious for a rinse-off product without disclosed clinical data.
Evidence visible
The INCI lists humectants like Glycerin, Trehalose, and Propylene Glycol. The '4X hydrating ingredients' claim is vague without specifying what '4X' refers to or comparing it to a baseline. The presence of humectants supports the 'doesn't cause dryness' aspect, but '4X' is unverified.
Mentioned only
General cleansing action can contribute to 'clean' and 'clear' skin. 'Pimple free' is an ambitious outcome for a cleanser without specific acne-fighting actives in the INCI. This relies on ingredient-level logic for cleansing, but overreaches for 'pimple free'.
Mentioned only
The formula uses mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate), which are generally considered gentle. The brand's widespread use and positioning as a daily cleanser for young skin supports this claim.
Evidence visible
The surfactants in the formula can remove excess oil. The claim 'special ingredients help prevent pimples' is vague. The INCI lists O-Cymen-5-Ol, an antimicrobial, which could contribute to preventing pimples, but no specific acne-treatment actives are present. This is ingredient-level inference.
Mentioned only
The foaming action and surfactants provide deep cleansing. The inclusion of humectants (Glycerin, Trehalose, Propylene Glycol) helps mitigate dryness, supporting the 'without causing dryness' claim.
Evidence visible
This is a 'non-comedogenic' claim. No specific non-comedogenic testing data is publicly visible for the finished product. However, the formula is oil-free and designed for oily/acne-prone skin, which aligns with the intent of not clogging pores.
Missing
The INCI does not contain traditional acne-fighting actives like Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide. While O-Cymen-5-Ol has antimicrobial properties, claiming it 'fights acne' is an overstatement for a rinse-off product without specific clinical evidence on acne reduction for this formula. This is ingredient-level inference, not finished product proof.
Mentioned only
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any oils, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
“clinically proven to remove oil and reduces pimples in 1 week#”
Quantified claim ('reduces pimples in 1 week') without publicly disclosed, verifiable study details (methodology, sample size, results) is an ASCI concern.
“With the new and improved 4X hydrating ingredients*; it doesn't cause dryness and keeps your skin hydrated.”
Quantified claim ('4X hydrating ingredients') without publicly disclosed comparative data or methodology is an ASCI concern.
“Clinically proven| Pimple & Acne removal Face Wash”
Absolute language ('removal') for a cosmetic product without robust clinical evidence is an ASCI concern. The 'clinically proven' claim lacks supporting data.
“Removes oil & 99.8% pimple causing germs, dirt without causing dryness, helps Prevent Pimples & Blackheads.”
Quantified claim ('99.8% pimple causing germs') without publicly disclosed, verifiable study details is an ASCI concern.
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps